Advocate Health Care · 5 months ago
Lead Radiology Technologist
Park Ridge, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$32/hr - $48/hr
3+ years expAdvocate Health Care is a healthcare provider seeking a Lead Radiology Technologist. The role involves maintaining competencies in multiple skill sets, supervising department workflow, and operating advanced radiographic equipment while assisting Radiologists with procedures.
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Responsibilities
Maintains competencies in multiple skill sets
May perform as a Charge role with the ability to supervise others efficiently and effectively run department workflow during assigned shift
Function as preceptor for new hires as well as radiology students. Able to train others independently in multiple settings of the department. i.e. diagnostic x-ray and fluoroscopy
Operation of advanced digital and computed radiographic equipment including Portables, C-arms, O-arms, and Fluoroscopy units in multiple settings
Assists Radiologists with fluoroscopic procedures including advanced exams such as GI procedures and mini special exams. Prepares radiographic/fluoroscopic rooms for procedures. Maintains equipment and supplies for Fluoroscopy case load. Able to schedule mini specials exams i.e.: myelograms, cystograms, etc
Ability to troubleshoot diagnostic/fluoroscopic CR and DR equipment; Identify and escalate issues and submit service requests
Operates portable radiographic equipment and fluoroscopic C-arms in the OR and intensive care units (MICU, SICU, PICU)
Operates the O-arm independently
Can demonstrate competence in two of the following advanced training procedures: OR19 (Hybrid Room), Stealth Navigation, Dexa-training and certification required, EOS -training and proficiency required, and Pediatric specialized exams such as intussusception and VCUGs. Exception: Dedicated overnight and pediatric team members must maintain competency in one of the mentioned procedures
Participates in process or quality improvement projects, including: Outpatient Engagement initiatives, Throughput and ED Turnaround Time, High Reliability unit and safety focused initiatives, and other projects aimed at improving workflow, staff education, or department processes
Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as specified by a physician
Maneuvers portable radiographic equipment in patient care areas and in surgery as required
Operates all components including all locking devices on radiographic, fluoroscopic equipment and c-arms
Performs radiographic procedures on Level I Trauma patients to expedite immediate care of critically ill patients
Determination of appropriate exposure factors and positions patient utilizing immobilization devices when appropriate to insure optimum film quality
Verifies patient and procedure prior to starting exam
Prepare patients for exam. Obtains and records history, explains procedure, positions patients and ensures their comfort
Adheres to isolation/sterile techniques and radiation safety procedures
Adherence to department standards of radiographic quality
Reviews radiographs to ensure optimum quality
Reports environmental/equipment problems to appropriate resource personnel
Performs required computer function for RIS/HIS systems
Labels all radiographs appropriately following department’s established criteria and standards
Consistently maintains an attitude of professionalism, cooperation and positive interaction with co-workers, physicians, patients and families
Participates in assessment of own learning needs and actively seeks opportunity for professional growth
Attends in-services to ensure knowledge of current departmental and technical procedures
Attends CPR classes to maintain re-certification
Maintains appropriate state license and national board certification
Maintenance of supplies needed to ensure adequate level needed for quality patient care
Ensures cleanliness of equipment and work area
Maintains inventory of supplies in work area. Identifies supplies and equipment needs for procedure, restocks work area as necessary
Uses Universal Precautions in daily performance of procedures
Maintains environment that is safe based on age and developmental status
Complies with procedural standards in the care of children and adult population
Assists with proper positioning and restraining of children and elderly patients as necessary
Assists with patient/family participation in post procedural care for all age groups and provides resource information as directed
Reinforce appropriate psychosocial interventions based on age and developmental status
Reassured children and aging patients
Interacts with families as so determined by need of case
Qualification
Required
Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology -Certificate or Assoc. Degree in Radiology Technology
Previous experience 3 years as a radiographer or 1 years experience at ALGH as a radiographer
Good communication skills
Good understanding of R.I.S., working knowledge of Digital Imaging System, and basic computer skills
Good understanding of more advanced radiographic procedures
Able to serve as a resource to other associates
ARRT Registered or registry eligible
IDNS Licensed
Current CPR Certification
Ability to work weekends, holidays and emergency call back in order to accommodate staffing needs
May be exposed to radiation during procedures
May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time, or be required to lift and move patients
May be exposed to hazardous materials, infectious disease and required to participate in annual emergency drills
Required to maintain current CPR certification
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance
Benefits
$10,000 sign-on bonus!
Company
Advocate Health Care
Advocate Health Care is an integrated healthcare delivery system based in Illinois, United States.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$18M2013-10-03Series Unknown· $18M
Leadership Team
Barbara Hancock
Executive Assistant to the President and Chief Operating Officer
David Rich
Clinical Practice Partner
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